Sydney Home Design + Living

Dive into this jam-packed collection of Sydney’s most inspiring abodes, and the builders behind them. Let your home’s natural beauty shine through with clever lighting options, and plan for the future with a sustainably designed home. Navigate your sloping block with confidence, thanks to expert advice. Or instead, let your house become the star of the street with clever design elements made to turn heads and inspire. Whatever dwelling you seek, let this brilliant collection of Sydney builds guide you to your forever home.

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Sydney Home design + Living

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LAYING OUT A FRESH NEW RANGE

AN EXCLUSIVE NEW RANGE

EXTRACTING THE BAD AND LEAVING THE GOOD

NANOLEAF TRIED AND TESTED: LIGHT UP YOUR WORLD

We’ve Got A Good Gym Going • For many, the home gym stands as a symbol of extravagance and luxury, joining the ranks of a swimming pool, tennis court or four-car garage. While it is true that the home gym has evolved from a haphazard setup to become expansive rooms including free weights, weight machines, and cardio machines, home gyms do not have to break the bank to install and offer homeowners remarkable freedom and financial benefits. Here, Emma Warner Allen discusses how to design the perfect home gym with Richard Gremmo, managing director of Gremmo Homes.

It’s [Double] Storey Time • As populations grow and the demand for land rises, multi-storey homes are catching the eyes of more and more Australians. Saving space on your property – without you having to sacrifice any of your backyard area – leaves no room to wonder why they are so appealing. Here, Kirrily Ireland catches up with Jim Antoun, group sales manager at Firstyle Homes, to discuss the benefits of multi-storey homes, and how your single-storey dwelling can move up in the ranks.

HOME DESIGN – ARCHITECTS

A RETURN TO FORMER Glory • Brimming with charm, character and history, Australia is thought to have more than 100,000 heritage-listed homes, each with a different cultural significance and story to tell. Such heritage homes have a distinct architectural appearance, one that is instantly recognised amongst our cityscape. Here, Bethany Hayes discusses the most effective ways to modernise a heritage abode, while still maintaining the building’s existing integrity and historic beauty.

EXQUISITE SCANDINAVIAN • AN ENTERTAINER’S DREAM

THE AVENUE TO YOUR DREAMS • CREATING BREATHTAKING HOMES

HOME DESIGN – BUILDING DESIGNERS

Coming Out OF THE Woodwork • MAKING A SPLASH AGAINST ANY WALL, DECORATIVE PANELLING CAN BOLSTER THE DESIGN AND STYLE OF YOUR HOME, WHETHER YOU’RE AFTER AN OLD-WORLD FEEL OR SOMETHING A LITTLE MORE MODERN. HERE, KIRRILY IRELAND SPEAKS WITH BILL SHAW, QUALIFIED CARPENTER, JOINER AND LICENSED BUILDER, AND THE ‘CRAFTSMAN’ OF THE CRAFTSMAN AND THE DRAFTSMAN, TO DISCOVER HOW YOU CAN INCORPORATE DECORATIVE WALL PANELLING INTO YOUR HOME.

FEELING THE FLAMES • Being one of life’s simple pleasures, the warmth, comfort and communal aspects of a fireplace are just some of its many alluring qualities. A way to unite friends and family in conversation, and bring solace to even the most unexpected – or unprecedented – circumstances, the home fireplace promotes energy independence, aesthetic value and contentment within the home. In conversation with Scandia Group’s chief operating officer, Graham Wright, Bethany Hayes explores the ins and outs of home fireplaces; from unique tips, essential accessories and how you can ensure your flame burns brightly all winter long.

THE CRAFTSMAN’S HOME • SHOWSTOPPING COASTAL CHIC

DESIGNING DISTINGUISHED DWELLINGS • PLANNING YOUR DREAM

Fine Lines A Residential Retreat

A DELUXE DWELLING • FOR THE MODERN ENTERTAINER

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